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It is my
belief that what humanitarian or charity works we do as individuals is a
private matter. But I also realize that when we can bring much-needed and
valuable exposure to a cause we believe in, we can do much more good
than by simply keeping silent. And the Internet, as the miracle it is, surely
affords us this opportunity.
You
might already support these or similar organizations, but it's the sad truth
that we can never really do enough to help people, especially children. Here
is what I support and encourage you to review:
The
Internet Toy Drive
Founded by Anne Marie Baugh and myself, and sponsored by Drew Bledsoe (#11,
2001 Super Bowl Champion quarterback), we are official corporate sponsors of
the U.S. Marine's Toys for Tots program.
My
WorldVision Children
This is
the special group of children from around the world that I sponsor.
WorldVision is a Christian organization that has been around for decades and
almost every penny donated goes directly to these needy children and their
families. Nothing beats receiving a handwritten letter, or even an email now,
from "your child":-) You can even buy chickens or cows that get
right to these families in dire need!
St.
Jude Children's Hospital
My father was a lifelong musician and played piano in bands with Danny Thomas
(founder of St. Jude and father of Marlo Thomas) among others during the
depression, thirties and early World War II years. Understandably, this world
famous research hospital is close to my heart:-)
Parenting
with Dignity
If you are a parent, expecting to be one in the
future, or even believe you've done your parenting job, do yourself a great
favor and check out this fabulous resource! Drew Bledsoe, his father and
family members, my great friend Tom Heatherington and many more have
established an absolutely wonderful foundation devoted to the betterment of
children and families (Mac Bledsoe was interviewed on ABC's 20/20 this year).
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